Medicare gets big change
Wegovy, a weight-loss drug, has been approved for coverage for patients on Medicare who have a history of heart disease.
California food program in danger
Everyone who earns an annual income of $18,954 or less qualifies for the food assistance program.
Map shows where mortgage debt is rising
A new report from WalletHub found a few states were leading the pack when it came to overall mortgage debt.
Gen Z is toxic for companies, employers believe
In the survey, 68 percent of small business owners said Gen Zers were the "least reliable" of all their employees.
One state could save thousands on property taxes
Veterans would qualify for the reduced rate if the total household assets in the last three years were less than or equal to $1M.
California's new plans to solve home insurance crisis
California's insurance commissioner unveiled a new plan to let insurance companies use specific models around future catastrophes.
Florida's giving out discounts on college
As parents look for ways to reduce their child's future student debt, prepaid plans allow them to get ahead of surging costs.
Social Security update: Benefits could get a major change under new bill
If the Boosting Benefits and COLAs for Seniors Act get passed, seniors would likely see higher yearly boosts to their benefits.
Squatter bars landlord from his own $2 million home
Jaskaran Singh, a Bellevue landlord, protests after two years of squatter Sang Kim living in his rental property.
Social Security benefits will increase for some seniors
When the organization finds out about errors, it can add on severe penalties, including deep cuts to your future benefits.
Seniors to lose Medicare choices in 10 days
Everyone looking to switch plans must update their coverage by the end of the month or wait until October.
Medicare slaps senior with "lifetime penalty"
Some Americans may be unaware of what's at stake when they delay signing up for Medicare.
What's behind Austin's mass exodus?
The Texas capital city is becoming a housing market wasteland compared to its popularity before the pandemic, experts say.
Woman's Social Security slashed over dead brother's overpayment
Social Security has been known to cut down checks or remove benefits altogether in the case of an overpayment error.
Social Security identity thief faces years in prison
Christina Vaskovsky, a 56-year-old from Cincinnati, was arrested in November 2023 after years of using her dead mother's identity to secure benefits.
California woman shocked at huge tax bill: "How am I going to survive?"
Every year, taxpayers are startled to find their income as an independent contractor or business owner taxed at a higher rate than imagined.
Gen Z relies on parents to buy homes
In a new Intuit Credit Karma report, 38 percent of Gen Z homeowners said they got financial assistance from their parents to purchase their home.
Why California's forcing home sellers to give up part of their profit
The support program is back, but homebuyers may be unaware they're losing a portion of their future profits in applying for help.
Student loan payments in one state are about to change
New legislation offers some financial support to help mental health and substance use counselors pay off their student loans.
Residents of these states to qualify for up to $8,000
So far the rebates haven't made their way into Americans' hands though, but California, New York, New Mexico and Hawaii are about to shake that up.
Solar eclipse sparks hundreds of rental requests
On April 8, the moon will block the light from the sun, and rare event will take a specific path across North America.
Weight-loss drugs hit by price rises
According to Novo Nordisk, annual price increases haven't gone beyond single digits in the United States since 2016.
Social Security update: Who receives up to $4,873 this week?
Recipients with a birthday between the 11th and 20th of any given month will see their checks deposited on Wednesday.
Student debt could spark mass exodus of teachers
The teacher shortage has been growing as many educators leave in pursuit of higher-paying jobs with less burnout.
Medicare, Medicaid plans could drastically change
A group of U.S. senators has proposed a new law to integrate the two plans in a more seamless program.
Baby boomers concerned about ageism in workplace
According to a new survey, 68 percent of baby boomers said they believe their age puts them at a disadvantage when finding a new job.
Social Security charges brought against dead woman's daughter
Since 1991, Deleria Huff has pocketed $337,642 in government money intended for her deceased mother, court documents say.
Student loan borrowers to save more than $1 billion under new plan
The new policy reforms would keep students and borrowers from paying what the White House calls "unnecessary" fees.
Medicare coverage may be changing
An obesity drug's prescription marketing has been updated to say it also reduces cardiovascular risks.
Student loan borrower owes $300,000: 'The system is predatory'
Tom Krawczyk, age 62, wanted the best for his children, which is why he took on more than $300,000 in Parent PLUS loans so they could attend college.